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IIIIIIIIIIIDoubtfulSound50 80 miles0 145 kilometresFiordlandNationalParkSub-AntarcticIslands8MilfordSoundHaastMount AspiringNational ParkGlenorchyWanakaArrowtownQueenstown Cromwell4 Lake WakatipuSoTe AnauFoveaux StraitOban7utInvercargillStewartIslandCENTRALOTAGOTasman SeaFranz JosefGlacierFox GlacierTheCatlinsPunakaikiGreymouth3HokitikaWestportMount CookNationalParkLakeTekapoIIIArthur’s PassTranzAlpineRailwayI Ih e r n A l pSOUTHISLANDKarameaBightTimaruOtago PeninsulaDunedinIIIsIIIIIIINelson1 PictonBlenheimICanterburyBightAbel TasmanNational ParkTasmanBay62Coastal PacificRailwayI I IIIIIIIChristchurchAkaroaIIIIIIIIII IIIIKaikouraMarlboroughSoundsCook StraitAudley in the South IslandNew Zealand’s South Island is an outdoorenthusiasts’ paradise that is best explored byparticipating in some of the many activities onoffer. Our specialists have hiked, biked, skiedand sailed their way around the country andcan offer first-hand advice on walking tracks,cycling routes, day trips and activities toensure you have the best possible experience.We can also advise on the best vineyards tovisit, arrange eco-friendly whale watching tripsand help plan itineraries by road, rail or air, ora combination of all three. There’s nothingquite like speaking to someone who hasalready been there and we really do knowthe South Island well, so you can be sure toget plenty of recommendations to help youmake the best of your trip.AccommodationOur specialists personally inspect theproperties we feature and choose the verybest of what is on offer to suit a variety oftastes, requirements and budgets. Many stylesof accommodation are available in the SouthIsland but some of our favourites are simplebed and breakfasts, stylish wildernessretreats, traditional farmstays and smallcharacter lodges where a warm Kiwiwelcome and comfortable room awaityour return each evening.Variable oystercatchers, Stewart Island1 Marlborough wineriesTaste some of the world’s finestwines direct from the vineyard.2 Coastal Pacific RailwayLet the scenery unfold aroundyou as you travel along thecoast by rail.3 Mount CookGaze in awe at New Zealand’shighest peak; fly over it or trekin the surrounding national park.4 QueenstownImmerse yourself in theatmosphere and activities ofQueenstown.5 Fiordland National ParkCruise across the calm watersof Milford and Doubtful Soundsand take in glorious landscapes.6 Abel TasmanNational ParkPaddle a sea kayak across crystalclear waters stopping to exploredeserted beaches.7 Stewart IslandGet up close to the wildlifethat inhabits the third island ofNew Zealand.8 AntarcticaJoin a cruise to New Zealand’ssub-Antarctic Islands and theRoss Sea.Sheep station near Mount CookFind out moreFor suggested itineraries and practicalinformation about travel in the South Island,New Zealand, please see pages 66-67.%www.audleytravel.comInteractive maps and features,further suggested itineraries,accommodation, climate informationand articles written by our specialists.Discuss your plans with our NewZealand specialists 01993 838 820Jet boating, QueenstownVineyard, Marlborough wine regionSouth Island 37